Follow usMax Verstappen described the feeling of winning a 3rd consecutive title as ‘incredible’.
The Dutchman did not have it all his way on Saturday’s Sprint as the McLaren of Oscar Piastri proved too strong of a challenge. However, all Verstappen needed was P6 and with Sergio Perez premature exit, he was crowned champion before crossing the line.
“Unbelievable guys,” said Verstappen on his cool-down lap. “I don’t know what to say. An incredible year. Thank you for providing me with such a car. It’s been a pleasure so far this year. I just want to say a big thank you to everyone here at the track, back at the factory for putting all the effort in.”
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Verstappen joins an elite club of drivers, who have won the title 3 times – Sir Jack Brabham, Sir Jackie Stewart, Niki Lauda, Nelson Piquet and Ayrton Senna. And the Dutchman is only 26 years old.
He starts from pole position for tomorrow’s race – his 10th of the year and the newly crowned champion will be looking for his 14th victory thus far, his 49th overall in his career.
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